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Helping people through the pain and process of divorce.

Welcome to the New York Divorce and Family Law blog. I am Faith G. Miller, an attorney and certified financial litigator (CFL) skilled in all aspects of New York divorce and family law. I serve clients in Westchester County, NY, New York City, and the surrounding areas, with 18 attorneys in offices in both White Plains and Manhattan. 

I created this blog as a way to share helpful information and provide answers to commonly asked questions for people who may feel overwhelmed by the process and the issues involved. 

Whether you are thinking about a divorce, in the process of one, already divorced and in need of counsel, or have custody, support, abuse, neglect, relocation or financial concerns, I can help.

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Separate Property: What You Need to Know

In New York divorces, there are three categories of property: marital, separate and those that contain components of both. Every divorce is different and the value of assets and property can be difficult to pinpoint, even in amicable divorces.

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The Role of the Attorney for the Child

To avoid putting your children in the middle of your divorce and risking an unwanted outcome, it’s crucial to hire an attorney who can help you understand and advocate for what is in your child’s best interests.

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Understanding Child Neglect

The legal term is Derivative Neglect of a Child. What does the Court consider to be child neglect? Let’s look at some examples.

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What is Family Law?

Divorce Law involves a married couple divorcing. In New York State, the Supreme Court handles divorces and related matters. Family Law involves matters affecting non-married couples and individuals as well as married couples. The Family Court, not the Supreme Court, handles these matters.

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New Child Custody Issues Arise During COVID-19

A COVID stipulation provides stronger protection for the child’s health and best interests, and applies to parents currently divorcing as well as those already divorced with an access schedule in place.

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Rebuilding Your Life After Divorce

Divorce is an enormous transition in anyone’s life. At some point, you may experience feelings of sadness and loneliness, but you may also feel relieved. Minimizing negative feelings and boosting the positive ones are key to building your new life.

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Divorce Process at a Glance

Contemplating divorce, or inching toward it, is itself a huge step. Here’s a step-by-step preview of the early-going.

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Handling Emotions During Divorce

Regardless of how you experience your divorce, it’s important to keep in mind that even when emotions run high, keeping them in check during divorce negotiations is key to success.

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Determining Child Custody Arrangements

Identifying the best access schedule for your children relies on the combined wisdom and legal precedent of parents, attorneys, the courts, child psychologists, and adult children of divorce.

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The Consult

Thinking about calling a divorce attorney to schedule a consultation? Here is what you can expect.

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